generate_appcast cache (Sparkle) on Mac: what it is and whether you can delete it
~/Library/Caches/Sparkle_generate_appcast
Yes, you can delete it without losing anything
It recreates itself: the tool that created it makes it again when needed. At most, the next time takes a little longer.
What it is
Copies that Sparkle's generate_appcast tool unpacks to sign updates. It creates them again next time.
How to free the space
By deleting it (to the Trash).
DiskSpace AI finds it for you
It tells you how much it takes on your Mac, what it is and whether you can delete it. It only selects what recreates itself, and your files are kept 7 days in case you change your mind.
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